ISKCON-Sanand Circle elevated corridor on SG Highway set to open by Diwali

Ahmedabad: The 4-km-long, six-lane elevated bridge between ISKCON Crossroads and Sanand Circle on S.G. Highway is expected to become operational by Diwali, easing traffic congestion along one of Ahmedabad’s busiest roads. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) project is expected to benefit around 1.5 lakh commuters daily.

The elevated bridge will allow motorists travelling between Sanand and Gandhinagar to bypass traffic junctions near YMCA Club, Karnavati Club and Prahladnagar Circle, reducing travel time and easing congestion. Ramps have been provided for motorists who need to exit towards these areas.

The project was awarded at a tender cost of ₹385 crore, while the total expenditure is expected to exceed ₹530 crore, according to the NHAI.

Currently, commuters travelling from Sanand towards Gandhinagar frequently encounter traffic congestion near Prahladnagar Garden Circle and Karnavati Club. Once the bridge opens, through traffic will be able to pass over these junctions without stopping at the intersections.

The project also includes pay-and-park facilities beneath the bridge, CCTV cameras and modern monitoring systems for security. Construction is progressing towards the Sanand Circle end as the project approaches its targeted opening.

Chharodi overbridge expected by February

Meanwhile, the Chharodi overbridge, being built at an estimated cost of ₹45 crore, is scheduled for completion by February. The 60-metre-wide structure will have eight lanes, with four lanes on each side, and is expected to benefit thousands of motorists daily. DeshGujarat